Called by the Vampire - Part 7 by V. Vaughn

Author:V. Vaughn [Vaughn, V.]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Publisher: Sugarloaf Press
Published: 2017-12-25T06:00:00+00:00

Chapter 7

Maggie

The vacuum whirrs as I push it over the thick oriental carpet in the entryway of the Hart mansion. It’s been a week since I became a vampire, and I get the reason most of the house is so dark. Normal light is too bright for our intense vision, and now I find the pale-yellow glow of low-wattage light bulbs soothing. In fact, the dark, drafty interior is no longer creepy to me either, since I find I don’t get chilled the way I used to.

Bertha must have been notified about my new state, because my lovely white-and-lilac suite had been fitted with blackout shades before I came home. Although the new drapes didn’t stop me from yanking them open the next day, wishing for sunlight. I learned my lesson when I was instantly seared by what filtered in.

I’m finished with the main floor and flip the switch to stop the vacuum. I sigh as I think about Alexander. I haven’t seen him since he took off with my mother, although we text often. I haven’t dared to mention that I think we’re soulmates again, and he hasn’t said a word either. Instead he’s focused on telling me anecdotes about being a vampire and reassuring me my mother is fine. Any attempt I make to find out where Alexander might be or when he’ll return is thwarted by Sebastian telling me not to worry. I look around the entryway and wonder if the wood needs more polish.

To say I’m bored is an understatement, which is why I’m cleaning. Bertha hasn’t been able to come to work because I’d tear her to shreds with my bloodlust, so I’ve taken on her duties. Both to make myself useful and to stay sane. Fortunately, it’s not just Sebastian and me rattling around this old house. Adly has been staying as well, and the two of us have grown close. He’s like the brother I never had. I’m still not thrilled about my new state, but I am beginning to appreciate some of the perks. Like increased energy and the stamina to work for long stretches of time mentally and physically.

After I put the vacuum in the closet, I make my way to Sebastian and Alexander’s study. Sebastian is on the phone, and I walk over to his desk when I notice an empty glass. He holds up his hand so I’ll wait for him to finish his call. As I stand there, I straighten a pile of books and see his notepad. I see two Kitty Kane events circled, which means he’s trying to decide how to deal with them.

“Margaret,” says Sebastian after he clicks off his phone. “That was my tailor. He says you ordered new shirts and a suit for me.”

“Yes. I had a good look at your closet, and you really need them, Sebastian. What would you do if the dry cleaning were delayed?” My fingernail taps on his notepad, and I say, “Do a virtual session for the college class and a recorded reading for the book club.

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